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Generally, the state of Texas does not require you to get a general contractor license, but there may be license requirements in accordance with your city, county or municipality. All plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work in Texas requires a state license. Residential construction is no longer regulated in TX at the state level.
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Texas Air Conditioning Continuing Education (8 Hours)
$43.99View ProductTexas ACR’s to obtain 8 hours of continuing education each year. This course includes information on the following topics: 2018 IMC Changes, 2018 IFGC Changes, Business and Project Management, Texas ACR Law. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Texas Electrical 2020 NEC Continuing Education (4 Hours)
$43.99View ProductTexas electricians are required to obtain 4 hours of continuing education each year. This course includes information on the following topics: 2020 NEC Changes, Texas Occupations Code 1305, Texas Administrative Rules 73, NFPA 70E. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Exam Review
$219.99View ProductThis course covers information regarding the Texas exam. In this course you will find:
- Highlighting guides
- Practice quizzes
- Math and Calculations
- Instructor Support
- Test Taking Tips
- iPad/Tablet/Android Compatible
This course is designed to help you prepare for and pass both the Environmental Air Exam as well as the Commercial Refrigeration Exam
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Texas Electrical Exam Review
$219.99View ProductThis course covers information regarding the National Electrical Code and other material used for your state exam. In this course you will find:
- Highlighting guides
- Practice quizzes
- Math, Calculations and Theory (This includes additional NEC practice, electrical theory, calculations and transformer information)
- Instructor Support
- Test Taking Tips
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Texas Residential Appliance Installer Exam Review
$219.99View ProductThis course covers information regarding the National Electrical Code and other material used for your state exam. In this course you will find:
- Highlighting guides
- Practice quizzes
- Math, Calculations and Theory (This includes additional NEC practice, electrical theory, calculations and transformer information)
- Instructor Support
- Test Taking Tips
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Texas Residential Wireman Exam Review
$219.99View ProductIn the state of Texas, applicants must obtain pre-approval from the state licensing board before testing and complete 4,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Master Electrician or Residential Wireman. This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips/strategies. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Texas Plumbing License (Master, Journeyman) – IPC and IFGC Practice Tests
$149.99View ProductA Master Plumbing License covers unlimited plumbing work including sanitary drainage, water supply, storm drainage, and natural gas piping. A Journeyman Plumbing license covers unlimited plumbing work including sanitary drainage, water supply, storm drainage, and natural gas piping while under the supervision of a Master Plumber. Our course includes online practice tests for the code book! @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in…
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Texas Journeyman/Master Sign Electrician Exam Review
$219.99View ProductIn the state of Texas, applicants must obtain pre-approval from the state licensing board before testing. Qualification Requirements: 8,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a master or master sign electrician; passing score on the journeyman sign electrician examination. The course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are her…
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Texas Maintenance Electrician Exam Review
$219.99View ProductIn order to apply for a Maintenance Electrician license, you must have at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Master or Maintenance Electrician. This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Texas Application Processing
$149.99Select options@HomePrep Application Processing is here to ensure your application to become a state licensed contractor gets filled out correctly and promptly. We provide a professional service ensuring your privacy and comfort throughout the entire process. Following your purchase of the Texas Application Processing our AP Coordinator will contact you to discuss the next steps. If you have any questions please call us at 800-952-0910. We look forward to working with you.
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Radon Mitigation Technology
$475.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course to become certified in Radon Mitigation in the United States.
- The instruction is audio based, with online course manual, resources, new ANSI-AARST Standards, and quizzes to reinforce the material.
- It also includes a field exercise program tailored to your experience level.
- @ HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yo…
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Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Course
$325.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course which includes training required for becoming certified in radon measurement.
- This popular online course was recently updated (May 2021) to include video of a classroom session, and the new ANSI-AARST Standards.
- Includes many extras including business resources and online quiz questions designed to help you prepare for the national certification exam.
- Students also have access to the audio version of the course.
- This course is also a p…
Why Choose @HomePrep for Your Contractor Licensing?
@HomePrep is a national leader in contractor licensing and online education. We help contractors of all types and specialty trades people invest in themselves, advancing their careers, and achieve new levels of professional success. Our number one goal is to deliver the highest quality Texas contractors license courses at the lowest possible price.
Whether you are a general contractor, home builder, electrician, plumber, HVAC technician or specialize in another trade, @HomePrep has the online courses and books you need to get your license and maintain continuing education in Texas.
This site offers 1000 courses and 115 State Board Accreditations, and we’ve served 110,000 students in 25 industries since 2014. We strive to provide the most inclusive and beneficial content to help our students advance in their field.
Below are some of the benefits & features of selecting our site for your training needs.
Benefits:
- Price match policy
- Reciprocity for continued education across states
- Live and very responsive customer support team via phone and email
- Courses written and vetted by industry professionals
- Industry-related bookstore
- No-pass, No Pay policy for Exam Prep in most states
- One stop shop for application services, courses and books
- Live seminar options available
- Certain courses offered in Spanish
- Veteran Discount
- Loyalty Discount
Features:
- 365 days of course access
- Start and stop courses as needed
- 80% exam pass rate when course sections and quizzes are taken and scored well on
- Courses are state and industry compliant
- All Continuing education is state approved
- Courses are narrated
- Application processes services
- American company
- In business since 2002
- Over 75 years of combined educational experience
- Partnership and reseller options available
- Industry-related products
TESTIMONIALS
Contractor License FAQs
How Do I Get A Contractors License In Texas?
Residential construction is no longer regulated in TX at the state level. General Contractors will get a license through their local jurisdiction.
However, certain profiles of contractors are required by state law to get a license. Those include:
- Electricians
- Plumbers
- HVAC contractors
- Well drilling specialists
- Pump installation specialists
- Refrigeration and fire systems specialists
- Landscapers and interior designers
- Engineers
- Architects
- Surveyors
Need study materials to pass your exam? All @HomePrep exam prep courses and continuing education credits ensure you receive state and industry approved training.
City Requirements
Because general contractors in Texas must follow local rules and regulations, it’s important to research the area in which you will work for specific guidelines. Here are some of the largest cities in Texas and links to find our more about their license requirements:
Where Can I Find Exam Prep Books?
Since All plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work in Texas requires a state license, we offer online prep courses designed to give you the highest quality courses at the lowest possible price. All courses are state and industry compliant, with 365 days of course access available. Click here to learn more about our Texas contractor exam prep.
We also offer a wide range of exam prep books for the construction fields. Visit our bookstore to begin.
Does a handyman need a contractors license in Texas?
According to Texas state law, there is no state license for a contractors license. Thus, there is no state regulated handyman license either. However, as general contracting is regulated at the local level, many cities do have their own rules and laws regarding repelis and maintenance. For example, San Antonio requires an application, a completed background check, and a small fee before you can legally provide services.
General Contractor Licensing Courses in Nearby States
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Texas Contacts
To apply for an electrical or air conditioning license, contact:
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
P.O. Box 12157
Austin, TX 78711
1-512-463-6599
Website
To apply for a plumbing license, contact:
Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
P.O. Box 4200
Austin, TX 78765
1-512-936-5200
Website
To apply for an LP Gas/Propane license, contact:
Texas Gas Services Division
P.O. Box 12967
Austin, TX 78711
1-512-463-6931
Website
